The best sneaky mashed potatoes ||| h3
This delicious comfort-food classic gets a flavor twist that’s lower carb and diabetes-friendly, thanks to a little cauliflower.
Cauliflower has less starch than potato and helps cut the carb count of traditional mashed potatoes. Fat-free buttermilk adds that familiar rich taste but without all the fat or calories.
COOK TIME: 15 min
SERVINGS: 10
INGREDIENTS
⅓ cup low-fat buttermilk
1 head cauliflower (separated into small florets, discard core and stem)
5 cloves garlic (peeled and left whole)
1 potato (peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp butter (unsalted butter)
2 tbsp parmesan cheese (grated)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
DIRECTIONS
Step 1
In a large saucepan, place potato, garlic, and cauliflower and enough water to cover. Bring to boiling, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the potato and cauliflower are tender, about 15 minutes.
Step 2
Drain and add vegetables and garlic back to pot. Cover pot with a kitchen towel and put lid over towel. Let stand for 5 minutes. Remove lid and towel. This helps dry the vegetables so they mash better.
Step 3
Add buttermilk, cheese, olive oil, butter, salt, and pepper. Mash until ingredients are lightly combined. Garnish with fresh chives.